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Fruits low in carbs

Fruits are without doubt sugary and contain fructose but should not necessarily be out of your diet. There are low carbfruits that you should consider. Fruits are wonderful for your low carb diet as they provide you with vitamins and antioxidants that improve your cardiovascular health. Choose your fruits sensibly according to their sugar content and nutritional value. Our favorite fruits include the following:

Berries

There different kinds of berries like blackberries, huckleberries, strawberries, salmon berries, gooseberries and raspberries. These berries are some of the most nutritious fruits you could ever eat since they are full of antioxidants and vitamins. In addition to this they have got fiber. Your daily in- take should be at least half a cup to one cup. Remember that strawberries and raspberries make perfect salads for grilled meats so you can give it a try.

Cherries

Even though cherries have a little higher natural sugar content their antioxidant value is comparable to berries. They also contain vital fiber and are also low in carbs. Cherries crown bacon or chops of pork together with feta and greens.

Apples and Pears low in sugar

Apples and Pears have a considerable amount of fiber and are low in sugar. They do not have lots of antioxidants but they still offer a wonderful way to satisfy your sugar cravings without raising your blood sugar level.

Grapefruit

Grapefruits unlike most citrus fruits are low in sugar and do not increase your blood sugar level. As a matter of fact they are low in sugar than apples and pears. Do not spoil the goodness in grapes by adding sugar. Pair grapefruits with slices of avocado and you make a superb salad.

For the best dose of vitamin C and fiber then try Apricots and Peaches which have a somewhat similar value in terms of nutrition to apples and pears. Keep away from the sugar high nectarines the same applies to papayas and mangoes.

Figs

Figs are also perfect let’s not forget as they are full of fiber and fall in the category of dates and raisins. Figs are low in carbs with sugar levels as low as those in strawberries. Anytime they are in season make sure you get them fresh.

In as much fruits are good for a low carb diet there are certain fruits that you should cautious about as they may contains high sugar levels.

Melons

An occasional melon treat is not bad but be careful as both cantaloupes and watermelons a soaring sugar level.

Mangoes and papayas sugar packed

The sugar level in mangoes and papayas are not as high as those in pineapples but again make them an occasional treat. A good source of energy alternative would be bananas.

Pineapples

Pineapple though high in sugar has a lot of health benefits. It contains the enzyme bromelain that is good for preventing inflammation of joints. Some people are concerned the irritation they get on their lips after eating pineapples. Otherwise it has other numerous benefits therefore do include it in your low carb diet.